Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe
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About Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe
Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe is a brunch restaurant in Chicago, serving big portions of American eats for breakfast and lunch at 130 E Randolph St. Its menu spans 96 dishes, with mains in a broad price range that covers both lighter and heartier daytime meals. The Signature Berry Bliss Pancakes Gluten Free leads the menu as a dedicated pancake option, while the Mexicana Skillet anchors the savory side of the lineup. A Vanilla Berry Latte rounds out the most popular items, pairing a coffee drink with the cafe's berry-forward theme. The focus on generous plates and a wide breakfast-lunch selection shapes the experience, giving groups and solo diners multiple routes through sweet and savory choices. Reservations are not addressed in the available information, so planning a visit around peak brunch hours is worth considering.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- ParkingPaid multi-storey car park · Paid parking lot · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs available · Has kids' menu
- DietaryServes vegan dishes · Serves vegetarian dishes
Menu & Prices
96 dishes · mains $7–23
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention pancakes, cinnamon roll pancakes, wild berry pancakes and crepes.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention pancakes, cinnamon roll pancakes, wild berry pancakes and crepes.
Customer Review Summary
Pancakes sit at the center of what reviewers return for, with the Signature Berry Bliss Pancakes and Cinnamon Roll Pancakes singled out as standouts, and the slow-roast brisket hash drawing high praise from a few. Many describe the pancakes as fluffy and fresh, and the coffee and fresh juice come up repeatedly as strong companions to the meal. The veggie skillet, garden skillet, and mixed berry crepes also earn notice, though one reviewer found the Dubai chocolate crepes disappointing, citing bland filling and a green sauce that did not taste freshly made. Service is frequently called friendly and attentive, with staff described as welcoming and accommodating to families. The main recurring trade-off is wait times, especially on weekends and late mornings, with multiple reviewers reporting waits of 30 minutes or more and advising early arrival. Several also note that prices feel high compared to other brunch spots, with per-item costs adding up quickly. The no-reservation, name-list system and the requirement that the whole party be present to be seated come up as practical details. Portions are consistently described as large, with multiple diners noting they could not finish their meals and often choose to split dishes.
Customer Review Summary
Pancakes sit at the center of what reviewers return for, with the Signature Berry Bliss Pancakes and Cinnamon Roll Pancakes singled out as standouts, and the slow-roast brisket hash drawing high praise from a few. Many describe the pancakes as fluffy and fresh, and the coffee and fresh juice come up repeatedly as strong companions to the meal. The veggie skillet, garden skillet, and mixed berry crepes also earn notice, though one reviewer found the Dubai chocolate crepes disappointing, citing bland filling and a green sauce that did not taste freshly made. Service is frequently called friendly and attentive, with staff described as welcoming and accommodating to families. The main recurring trade-off is wait times, especially on weekends and late mornings, with multiple reviewers reporting waits of 30 minutes or more and advising early arrival. Several also note that prices feel high compared to other brunch spots, with per-item costs adding up quickly. The no-reservation, name-list system and the requirement that the whole party be present to be seated come up as practical details. Portions are consistently described as large, with multiple diners noting they could not finish their meals and often choose to split dishes.
Featured reviews
- Waqas Aftab
“If I could give this place more than five stars, I would. I have been here several times now, and it consistently exceeds expectations. The real star of the show, and the reason we keep coming back, is the wild berry pancakes. They are …”
- Sarah Cline
“Great little spot that was bigger than it looks from outside. Outdoor seating is also available. We had no wait for a table, fast and friendly service, and great meals. None of us finished what we ordered!”
- Thanh Nguyen
“A cute brunch franchise to hit up if you’re in town! Menu: for the garden skillet which id recommend for veggie lovers. The pancake that came with it was so good too! The panini and loaded potato omelette was also tasty. Highlight was fr the pancakes!! Service: our server was cool and food came out at a reasonable time. Atmosphere: I liked the natural lighting n plenty of seats Only thing I didn’t really like was how expensive it was compared to other brunch places I’ve been. Should’ve been closer to 15-18”
- J. Thompson
“Had a few minutes of a wait but not too long. The food was good. Pancakes were okay. I didnt go all out and oot for the special pancakes. Maybe I should have. Still food was good and I'll try again if there's no line. Didnt really see much of the atmosphere but the coffee was great.”
- GypZeeK
“Hands down the very best dinner I've been to! Their food is off the charts FANTASTIC and their service🤌🏼😍🤌🏼you don't see that kind of care nowadays, let alone a city. What will keep my loyalty was seeing the hosts be sure the morning rush …”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Pancakes & other big portions of American eats draw hungry folks to this breakfast-lunch cafe.”
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
- Serves local speciality
- Popular for popular for breakfast
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Has Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Paid parking lot
- Has outdoor seating
- Has no-contact delivery
- Offers takeaway
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- Serves dine-in
- Family friendly
- Serves vegan dishes
- Has bar on site
- Casual
- On-site services available
- Dining options· 7
- Serves breakfast
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Has catering
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Popular for· 2
- Popular for breakfast
- Good for solo dining
- Parking· 2
- Paid multi-storey car park
- Paid street parking
- Service options· 1
- Offers delivery
- Offerings· 4
- Serves coffee
- Serves comfort food
- Serves healthy options
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Atmosphere· 2
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Crowd· 3
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
- Popular with university students
- Planning· 1
- Usually has a wait
- Highlights· 4
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
- Serves local speciality
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Family-friendly· 3
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
Location
How Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe compares to nearby restaurants
- Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe · This shop4.69,798 reviews
Mentioned in reviews: pancakes, cinnamon roll pancakes, wild berry pancakes
- Siena Tavern4.64,941 reviews0.5 mi
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- Crying Tiger4.81,764 reviews0.5 mi
Mentioned in reviews: crying tiger dessert, pork belly, lobster pad thai
- Havana Grill4.52,305 reviews0.6 mi
Mentioned in reviews: mojitos, carne asada, cuban food
Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe This shop | Siena Tavern | Crying Tiger | Havana Grill | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6(9,798) | 4.6(4,941) | 4.8(1,764) | 4.5(2,305) | |
| Price | $20–30 | $30–60 | $50–100 | $20–30 |
| Distance | — | 0.5 mi | 0.5 mi | 0.6 mi |
| Open today | ||||
| Vegan options | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Vegetarian options | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Good for kids | ✓ | — | — | ✓ |
| Reservations | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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